Information on Essential Oils
Oil Safety
First and foremost always remember oil safety, these guidelines are only a guide to help you for the proper use of using essential oils. If you have any doubts always consult a medical practitioner or a qualified aromatherapist, do not try to 'treat yourself' for any illnesses or aliments that either you or a family member or friend may have. Oils are lovely and wonderful to use but you need to treat them with repeat and follow all recipes carefully, providing you do this you can enjoy the wonderful world of essential oils.Guidelines
1. Always dilute essential oils with a carrier or base oil2. Some oils can cause sensitization or allergic reaction for some individuals, so when using a new oil for the first time always do a skin patch test first. To do this use a small amount of diluted oil inside your elbow, place a small bandage over it and wait 24 hours to see if any reaction has occurred. Some oils are already known to cause a reaction in certain individuals but you are unique to you so any oils can cause a reaction so always perform the skin patch test.
3. Never allow children to play or use essential oils unless the adult caring for them is qualified to do so. Most oils have a wonderful fragrance so they could be confused with a nice smelling drink, so always keep your oils away from children ~ treat them as you would do for medicines.
4. Essential oils are flammable
5. Essential oils should never be taken internally
6. Some essential oils should not be used during pregnancy and some people who have other health conditions.
7. Some oils phototoxic which means do not use before exposure to the sun or sunbeds.
8. Not all essential oils can be used in aromatherapy do not use any of the following ~ Ajowan, Almond bitter, Arnica, Birch sweet, Boldo leaf, Broom Spanish, Calamus, Camphor, Deertongue, Garlic, Horseradish, Jaborandi, Melilotus, Mugwort, Mustard, Onion, Pennyroyal, Rue, Sassafras, Thuja, Wintergreen, Wormseed, Wormwood,
The following oils used for Wiccan rituals
Allspice determinationAlmond increases alertness
Basil wear to stop confrontations
Bergamont success and money
Black Pepper courage
Camphor for incense
Carnation physical strength when worn
Cedarwood power
Chamomile good luck
Cinnamon uncrossing oil
Citrus heightens psychic abilities
Eucalyptus healing
Fennel keeps away evil
Frankincense anointing oil, astral travel, cleansing
Gardenia protective
Ginger money
Honeysuckle protection
Jasmine attraction, astral travel
Lavender tranquility, chakra balance
Lemon energy, chakra balance, blessing oil
Lemongrass good luck
Lily of the valley inner peace
Lime personal energy
Magnolia increases psychic powers
Marjoram brings happiness into the home
Myrrh use with frankincense protection, astral travel, blessing oil
Orange love proposals, chakra balance
Palmarosa helps meeting day to day challenges
Patchouli reversal spells, money & love spells, money
Pennyroyal protection
Peppermint healing
Pettigrain protective
Pine purification
Rose love oil
Rosewater holy water for bathing
Rosemary anoint pillow for a good sleep
Rosewood enhances sensuality
Sage cleanses negativity
Sandalwood protection, love oil
Sassafras wards off curses
Spearmint attracts love
Sweet Orange good luck
Tea tree eliminates confusion
Thyme energy & courage
Vanilla intensifies love
Vetivert add to incense to remove hexes, divination oil
Violet protects against evil
Ylang Ylang wear for attention
Wiccan Oils ~ Oil Safety
Below are oils used in Wiccan rituals these are used for anointing candles, the alter and oils used for the sabbats etc. Please take care when using essential oils as some people can have allergic reactions to some oils so please follow the essential oil guide here.
Essential oil safety
The following information is concerning the safety for using essential oils so please follow all guidelines. This is for information only.
Never take essential oils internally unless advised by your medical practitioner.
Never ‘add an extra drop’ for good measure always following exactly to the recipe.
Keep essential oils out of the reach of children.
Always dilute essential oils with recommended carrier oil.
When using new oil always perform a skin test patch if irritation occurs do not use.
People with sensitive skin should always perform a skin patch test before using untried essential oils.
During pregnancy avoid the following oils
Basil, cedarwood, clary sage, cypress, fennel, jasmine, juniper, sweet marjoram, myrrh, peppermint, rosemary, sage, thyme.
Epilepsy avoid the following oils
Fennel, hyssop, sage
High blood pressure avoid the following oils
Hyssop, rosemary, sage, thyme
Some oils can irritate or burn the skin or cause allergic reactions so be aware of the following and do not use in the bath
Eucalyptus, ginger, thyme, black pepper, cinnamon, clove, oregano, lemongrass, basil, peppermint, lemon, orange.
The following oils make your skin more sensitive to the sun so do not use these oils before sun bathing or using a sun bed
Angelica, Bergamot, Cumin, Lemon, Lime, Orange
Verbena
If you are worried or unsure about any oils or concerned always consult your Doctor or qualified aroma therapist before using essential oils, always follow oil safety rules properly.
Carrier and base Oils
List of common carrier/base oilsCarrier oils also known as base oils are vegetable oils from seeds, kernels or nuts. If you were to apply essential oils direct without base oil they can cause severe irritation or reactions in some people. Base oils are used to dilute essential oils prior to use.
There are many different carrier/base oils used, when using your essential oils you may use any of the following carrier oils, some recipes will require a certain carrier oil so follow recipes carefully so you can make the best oils for your needs.
Common base oils
Sweet almond oil
Apricot kernel oil
Avocado oil
Borage seed oil (Starflower oil) months
Camellia seed oil (tea tree)
Coconut oil (versatile carrier oil)
Cranberry seed oil
Evening primrose oil
Grapeseed oil
Hazel nut oil
Jojoba oil
Olive oil (buy cold pressed virgin oil)
Macadamia nut oil If not used in a small dilution with another vegetable oil, Macadamia Nut Oil may overpower a blend.
Peach kernel
Rosehip oil
Sunflower oil (all purpose carrier oil)
Sesame seed oil
Wheat germ oil (Wheat germ Oil must be avoided by those who have wheat or gluten allergies. It can cause allergic reactions in people who are allergic to gluten as well.
Oils and their Magickal Uses
Common Essential Oil Measurements:
1 drop = 0.05 ml
1 ml = 20 drops
1 teaspoon = 5 ml
1 teaspoon = 100 drops
1 tablespoon = 15 ml
1 tablespoon = 300 drops
1 ounce = 30 ml
1 ounce = 600 drops
Common Essential Oils and their Magical Uses:
Acacia Used as a holy oil, to anoint altars, incense burners and candlesAlmond attracts money, good fortune when added to incense
Allspice Burn for prosperity, courage, healing health, luck, determination, magical power, energy, and strength.
Ambergris protection against evil & ill luck
Angelica peace oil to attract friends, popularity, spiritual power and protection
Anise increases clairvoyant abilities, protection and purification
Apple Apples are considered symbols of life and immortality, use on your alter
Apricot also a base oil used in massage
Bay If used on the body, it is said to purify the soul
Bayberry Brings money to the pockets and blessings to the home
Basil Love, wealth, protection, peace and harmony.
Benzoin Add to any incense to heighten its effectiveness for cleansing and purifying
Bergamot wear to protect from all harm Attract money, uplift spirits
Blackberry Apply to all seals, talismans, charms and candles for good luck
Camphor Add to controlling incenses to bring quick power to them
Carnation Used for gambling luck Protection, strength, healing
Cedarwood Healing, purification, unhex
Chamomile Worn by the daring to incite sexual feelings and attract attention
Cherry Add to the bath to cause one to be cheerful and good humoured
Chocolate An enticing oil designed to soften the hearts of foes
Chrysanthemum To increase personal strength
Cinnamon Used for good luck, money-drawing, fast action and love
Citronella Attracts friends to the home and customers to a place of business
Civit Rub on the hands for protection and apply beneath the breasts as a love drawing perfume
Clove Acts as an aphrodisiac when applied to the base of the neck and on the thighs
Clover Place on a lover or spouses pillow to ensure faithfulness
Coconut Anoint on a fast luck candle for luck in a hurry
Coffee Has healing properties when added to the bath water
Cucumber Takes away rowdiness and unruliness when rubbed on anyone acting 'ugly'
Cypress Brings calm and tranquillity in stubborn cases. Used by parents of wilful children
Dill A crossing oil that is believed to cause great distress if rubbed on a person
Dogwood Rub on the outside of doorknobs so that evil will not be able to enter
Eucalyptus Believed to be a strong healing oil
Evergreen Used by ladies to stimulate a man or by men as a nature-builder
Frangipani An attraction oil, can cause others to tell you their secrets
Frankincense A sacred oil for anointing objects and to bring many blessings
Gardenia A protective oil which will stop other from creating strife in your life
Grape This oil is used for gaining popularity and for money drawing
Heather Anoint your purse or wallet with this daily so you will never be without money
Heliotrope Protects you from physical harm and at the same time, attracts wealth
Hemlock Used to arouse jealousy between people
Hibiscus Anoint the temples to draw wisdom and better concentration
Holly berry For women who wish to be treated royally by their lovers
Honey Is recognized as having seductive, enticing qualities
Honeysuckle Anoint on the temples before a test to help you pass
Hyacinth Attracts love and luck when used in the bath water daily
Hyssop A holy oil, dress all candles with this before you use them and add to bath water
Iris Reputed to make the wearer very attractive, good oil to use when going dancing
Jasmine A powerful love oil, used to bind someone to you
Juniper Worn to acquire wishes, honours and glory
Lavender To promote peace in the home, add to mop water and to stop gossip
Leather Worn to draw friendship
Lemon Used by healers to in aid in calling the spirits, also for protection of the home
Lemongrass Said to be very soothing and quieting to the nerves
Lilac Anoint the back of the neck to improve the memory and draw health and long life
Lily A quieting agent, used on the forehead of someone who is emotionally upset
Lime Add 3 drops to controlling incense and burn once a week to keep your mate faithful and loyal
Lotus Worn by women to make a man lose with his money
Raspberry Used by pregnant women for a successful pregnancy
Rose A gentle love oil used to attract affection and love
Rosemary A highly respected healing oil used to heal the pain of heartache and heartsickness
Rue (Ruda) Worn to protect one from hexes set out by others
Magnolia Recommended as an aid in psychic development when applied to the head
Melon Arouses passions, adds strength, energy and virility in men
Mimosa said to bring dreams and coming events to you when used on the body prior to sleep
Mistletoe for attracting customers, developing business when used in your place of business
Morning Glory Used to protect you when travelling and in the home when sprinkles
Musk A love oil whose scent is used to arouse ones passion and heighten sexual pleasure
Myrrh A powerful guard against any evil directed toward one
Myrtle Attract love, Money and good fortune
Narcissus Used for peaceful sleep and to ward off nightmares when dabbed on your pillow
Nutmeg Used for removing a jinx from someone, add to bathwater. Also used for luck drawing
Orange a highly magnetic oil used to bring on a proposal of marriage
Orchid Aids memory helps one to focus their thoughts on the job or problem at hands
Orris One of the most potent of love oils. Is thought to work where all others have failed
Papaya Promotes the good things in life, comfort, good health and friendship etc..
Passion Flower Used for tranquillity and peace of mind, soothes the nerves
Patchouli Regarded as an aphrodisiac with magickal powers
Peach Apply to yourself or sprinkle in the home to bring quiet and tranquillity to your life
Pennyroyal Used to remove evil and jinx from the home when sprinkled about the premises
Peony A lucky oil for those who need customers, business success and good fortune in all endeavours
Peppermint Add spice to your life and pep to your body
Petunia Used to help get a loan or when applying for credit, anoint the application
Pine A cleansing, purifying scent used in the bath to erase past mistakes and sins and let one start over
Pineapple To draw back a lover, anoint a Come to Me candle and place your request under the candle
Geranium Said to act as a hex breaker, good when used with a 'Blockbuster' candle
Ginger Adds spice to one's relationship when applied behind the ears and knees
Rosemary A highly respected healing oil used to heal the pain of heartache and heartsickness
Sage Used for all those who wish to foresee the future, rub on the forehead before divining
Sandalwood A powerful healing oil, also thought to increase clairvoyant powers
Sassafras When sprinkled about the court it is said to bring about a favourable decision
Snake Root Helps to win the most difficult of court cases when rubbed on palms prior to court
Spearmint A protective oil which keeps one's home and self safe from attack, danger and intruders
Strawberry Use as an attraction oil, to draw good fortune
Sweet Grass Lifts the spirits and softens sad memories so that one can move on
Sweet Pea Attracts loyalty and affection when used daily on the wrists, forearms and back of knees
Tangerine Adds strength and go power to all ritual incense and baths
Tulip Protects one from accidents so that a long life is assured
Vanilla Added to floor wash to bring happiness to the premises, and good fortune
Verbena To remove curses put on you, for protection
Vetivert Overcomes any spell that may be put upon you
Violet A very strong love oil, use in bath daily to bring marital peace and happiness
Watermelon Adds extra strength that may be needed from time to time when applied after bath
Wintergreen Use a few drops in bathwater to keep or induce good health
Wisteria Add to mop water to attract good fortune and prosperity
Ylang Ylang Used to draw attention to oneself, but also of value when seeking employment
Wiccan Oils recipes
A oil for purifying your home
Anoint white candles and burn in the home
Items needed for this oil
One clean bowl/jug or pestle & mortarDark glass bottle
A dropper
Base oil - for your base oils you may use any of the following Safflower, Grapeseed, Jojoba, sunflower, apricot or almond.
The following essential oils
Orange, lemongrass, lemon, limeMethod
Measure one ounce of base oil into the bowl, for larger quantity simply adjust ingredients.
Using your dropper add the following oils
3 drops Orange
2 drops Lemongrass
2 drops Lemon
1 drop Lime
Blend the oils together in a swirling motion
Pour into your dark glass bottle, label and date it and store in a cool dark place, use within 6 months.
Strengthen your energy Oil
Wear on to strength your energyItems needed for this oil
One clean bowl/jug or pestle & mortarDark glass bottle
A dropper
Base oil - for your base oils you may use any of the following Safflower, Grapeseed, Jojoba, sunflower, apricot or almond.
The following essential oils
Orange, lime, cardamom Method
Measure one ounce of base oil into the bowl, for larger quantity simply adjust ingredients.
Using your dropper add the following oils
4 drops Orange
2 drops Lime
1 drop Cardamom
Blend the oils together in a swirling motion
Aquarius Oil
Wear as a personal oil to boost your own powersItems needed for this oil
One clean bowl/jug or pestle & mortar
Dark glass bottle
A dropper
Base oil - for your base oils you may use any of the following Safflower, Grapeseed, Jojoba, sunflower, apricot or almond.
The following essential oils
Lavender, cypress, patchouliMethod
Measure one ounce of base oil into the bowl, for larger quantity simply adjust ingredients.
Using your dropper add the following oils
5 drops lavender
1 drop cypress
I drop patchouli
Blend the oils together in a swirling motion
Pour into your dark glass bottle, label and date it and store in a cool dark place, use within 6 months.
Capricorn Oil
Anoint white candles and burn in your homeItems needed for this oil
One clean bowl/jug or pestle & mortarDark glass bottle
A dropper
Base oil - for your base oils you may use any of the following Safflower, Grapeseed, Jojoba, sunflower, apricot or almond.
The following essential oils
Orange, lemongrass, lemon, lime
Method
Measure one ounce of base oil into the bowl, for larger quantity simply adjust ingredients.
Using your dropper add the following oils
3 drops orange
2 drops lemongrass
2 drops lemon
I drop lime
Blend the oils together in a swirling motion Pour into your dark glass bottle, label and date it and store in a cool dark place.
Cancer Oil
Wear as a personal oil to boost your own powersItems needed for this oil
One clean bowl/jug or pestle and mortar
Dark glass bottle
A dropper
Base oil - for your base oils you may use any of the following Safflower, Grapeseed, Jojoba, sunflower, apricot or almond.
The following essential oils
Palma Rosa, chamomile, yarrowMethod
Measure one ounce of base oil into the bowl, for larger quantity simply adjust ingredients.
Using your dropper add the following oils
4 drops Palma Rosa
1 drop Chamomile
1 drop Yarrow
Blend the oils together in a swirling motion
Pour into your dark glass bottle, label and date it and store in a cool dark place, use within 6 months.
Leo Oil
Wear as a personal oil to boost your own powers.Items needed for this oil
One clean bowl/jug or pestle and mortarDark glass bottle
A dropper
Base oil - for your base oils you may use any of the following Safflower, Grapeseed, Jojoba, sunflower, apricot or almond.
The following essential oils
Petitgrain, orange, limeMethod
Measure one ounce of base oil into the bowl, for larger quantity simply adjust ingredients.
Using your dropper add the following oils
3 drops Petitgrain
1 drop Orange
1 drop Lime
Blend the oils together in a swirling motion
Virgo Oil
Wear as a personal oil to boost your own powers.Items needed for this oil
One clean bowl/jug or pestle and mortarDark glass bottle
A dropper
Base oil - for your base oils you may use any of the following Safflower, Grapeseed, Jojoba, sunflower, apricot or almond.
The following essential oils
Oakmoss bouquet, patchouli, cypress
Method
Measure one ounce of base oil into the bowl, for larger quantity simply adjust ingredients.
Using your dropper add the following oils
4 drops Oakmoss Bouquet
2 drops Patchouli
1 drop Cypress
Blend the oils together in a swirling motion
Pour into your dark glass bottle, label and date it and store in a cool dark place, use within 6 months.
Libra Oil
Wear as a personal oil to boost your own powers.Items needed for this oil
One clean bowl/jug or pestle and mortarDark glass bottle
A dropper
Base oil - for your base oils you may use any of the following Safflower, Grapeseed, Jojoba, sunflower, apricot or almond.
The following essential oils
Rose geranium, yang –yang, Palma Rosa, or Otto or cardamomMethod
Measure one ounce of base oil into the bowl, for larger quantity simply adjust ingredients.
Using your dropper add the following oils
4 drops Rose Geranium
2 drops Ylang-Ylang
2 drops Palma Rosa – or 1 drop Rose Absolute or 1 drop Otto
1 drop Cardamom
Blend the oils together in a swirling motion
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